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Utilizing eBook Effectively

Let's go!

Finding ebook

ebooks features

Utilizing eBook Effectively

Best practices

Search & access

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A Beginner's Guide to Using Oxford Academic eBook

Oxford Academic is an online platform that provides access to a vast collection of electronic books, for academic, research, and professional purposes. Let’s watch the video to see how to access e-books and some features available in Oxford Academic.

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Getting Started with Ebscohost eBook: A Step-by-Step Guide

EBSCO eBooks is an online platform that provides access to a vast collection of electronic books, for academic, research, and professional purposes. Let’s watch the video to see how to access e-books and some features available in EBSCO eBooks.

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Top-rated eBooks among IMU University readers

🔗 Click here to explore eBooks on EBSCO

🔗 Click here to access eBooks on ProQuest

🔗 Click here to browse eBooks on ClinicalKey

🔗 Click here to explore Wiley eBooks

1. Use Filters to Refine Results

DATE

Narrow down to recent publications

AUTHOR

SUBJECT

Focus search on a specific area

Find works by a particular researcher.

2. Apply Boolean Operators

-OR– Broadens search to include either term.

Social Beings

Narrative Beings

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"Narrative Beings" OR Social Beings

Apply Boolean Operators

- AND – Narrows search by combining terms.

Social Beings

Narrative Beings

AND

"Narrative Beings" AND Social Beings

Apply Boolean Operators

-NOT – Excludes a term from search.

Social Beings

Narrative Beings

NOT

"Narrative Beings" NOT Social Beings

3. EXPLORE RECOMENDED PLATFORM

5. LOOK FOR SPECIFIC FORMATS

4. USE ADVANCED SEARCH FEATURES

BASIC PRACTICE

Search Smart

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Understand Navigation

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Use Interative Features

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Optimize for Learning

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Access Anywhere

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Troubleshooting Tips

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Let ‘s explore using eBooks features

Link to: 20 Features of a Good Ebook | PublishingState.com

Optimize for learning

  • Copy text for quotes (where allowed).
  • Zoom in on diagrams or figures.
  • Use citation tools for referencing.

Access Anywhere

  • Read online or download for offline reading.
  • Access on multiple devices: PC, tablet, or phone.

SEARCH SMART

  • (Use advanced search features (title, author, subject, keywords).
  • Apply filters like publication year, language, or topic.

Troubleshooting Tips

  • Ensure you’re connected to campus Wi-Fi or logged in through your institution.
  • Check for correct eBook platform (e.g., ProQuest, EBSCO, ClinicalKey, etc.).

WHY USE EBOOKS?

An eBook is an electronic version of a printed book which can be read on a computer or a specifically designed electronic device. Many titles which are available in print, can be read in eBook format including textbooks and library reference titles.

What are the advantages of eBooks?

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Understand Navigation

  • Use table of contents or chapter links to jump quickly.
  • Scroll or flip through pages easily.

Use Interative Features

  • Highlight key sections.
  • Annotate with notes for future reference.
  • Bookmark important pages.
  • Use built-in dictionary or translation tools (if available).